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November 4, 2024 43 mins

Michelle Barnes shares how to bounce back from failures and setbacks to long term success in network marketing

Who is Michelle Barnes

Michelle Barnes dropped out of law school at 23 years old to do network marketing.

She made her first million before turning 30 and has earned over $12 million in lifetime commissions.

Her team did over $60 million in sales last year and Michelle has spoken on stage at all the major network marketing events and also been featured on numerous publications.

Michelle has done all this being a single mom raising 2 young boys.

She was first featured on MLM Nation on episode 269 back in October 2016.

Summary

Michelle dropped out of law school to pursue network marketing.

She made her first million before turning 30.

Consistency and daily activities are key to success.

Overcoming self-doubt is crucial in network marketing.

Leadership is essential for long-term success in the industry.

The network marketing landscape is changing, but it will endure.

Personal development is vital for overcoming challenges.

Building genuine relationships leads to business success.

Faith over fear is a guiding principle for Michelle.

Taking 100% responsibility for one's actions is crucial. 

Quotes from Michelle Barnes

"I made my first million before turning 30."

"I was the first person in my family to go to college."

"I just wanted to make an extra 500 to a thousand bucks."

Chapters

00:48 Introduction to Michelle Barnes

03:15 Michelle's Journey from Law School to Network Marketing

07:22 The Decision to Embrace Network Marketing

12:16 Keys to Early Success in Network Marketing

16:51 Overcoming Challenges and Setbacks

19:50 The Future of Network Marketing

25:29 The Importance of Leadership in Network Marketing

30:24 Advice for Aspiring Network Marketers

35:56 Final Thoughts and Connecting with Michelle

Favorite Quotes 

"You can tell the size of a leader but the size of what stops them."

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Facebook ATM Method

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Recommended Books

You Were Born Rich by Bob Proctor

The Slight Edge by Jeff Olson

Atomic Habits by James Clear

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

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